recipes

Lo-Carb Quiche to Counteract the Cookies

Posted on: December 10th, 2012 by Kay Swatkowski

The cookies are coming!  The cookies are coming! Therefore, we are observing a week of lo-carb, in hopes that will make the cookie extravaganza less damaging to our already expanding waists.  One of the staples in our house when using a lo-carb diet is this [...]


Artichoke Dip

Posted on: January 4th, 2012 by Kay Swatkowski

Artichoke Dip I remember my first encounter with an artichoke.   My friend, Teri, is an incredible cook.  She served steamed artichokes to my husband and I and showed us how to pull off the leaves and dip them in melted butter. We fell in [...]


Soups On! Crockpot Cookbook Giveaway! Enter Today!

Posted on: December 29th, 2011 by Kay Swatkowski

We are constantly looking for simple and healthy ways  to gather together around the table. Do you have a soup recipe to share?  Please join us for this gathering of soup recipes and cookbook drawing. Just send your family’s favorite soup recipe to my email [...]


Great Idea for Cold Little Fingers

Posted on: August 9th, 2011 by Kay Swatkowski

This couldn’t be easier! A little fabric – a minute or two on the sewing machine and you have a great way for kids to enjoy those freezie pops that are such a big part of their summer!  Another great idea from pinterest.  Check out [...]


National Banana Bread Day!

Posted on: February 23rd, 2011 by Kay Swatkowski

Who knew there was a National Banana Bread Day?  And, no one told me. I had to read it on twitter! Banana Bread has always been a family favorite.  With the first hint of fall,  the kids would ask for a loaf and I always [...]